Science- Interaction of light with objects Flashcards

1
Q

Identify whether the following statement is true or false.

When you see a tree, it’s because light is reflected off the tree and into your eyes.

A

True

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Select the option that best completes the following sentence.

A yellow pencil appears yellow because it ____________ mostly yellow light.

A

reflects

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3
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Identify which of the following colours of light are mostly absorbed by a yellow pencil.

A

Red, Blue and Green

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4
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best completes the sentence.

A red car is parked outside on a sunny day. The car appears red to us because:

A

Other colours in the sunlight are absorbed by the car and only red is reflected

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Explain why a black road surface heats up more than pale grey concrete on a sunny day.

A

Black absorbs heat and light so it feels more hot compared to the concrete.

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